Teachers Assistant

Employees at Damar aren’t just part of a workforce — they’re part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people’s lives. Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It’s no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years! Ready to make a real difference? Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. Damar is currently seeking a talented and motivated Teacher Assistant. The Teacher Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of Para-professional tasks related to the care of individuals served by Damar. This includes participation in activities that promote the development of appropriate daily living, self-help and social skills. Job responsibilities include the performance of duties related to the physical health and well-being of each resident served. Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar: Starting Hourly Pay: $16.00/hour Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal Remarkable ways you will be making a difference: Teaches the clients to acquire self-help, daily living and social skills Conducts and supervises recreational and life enrichment activities Actively participates in staff training programs designed to increase overall skills Participates in programs designed to aid in the habilitation and training/treatment of clients Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, including performing a variety of tasks related to housekeeping including cleaning, washing soiled clothing, changing bed linen, folding and sorting clean laundry Functions as a member of the training/treatment team Actively participates in the implementation of individual and group programs to maximize the human potential of each client served Works with clients, professional and other para-professional staff, client’s families, and the community to provide proper habilitation Consistently implements behavior management plans to reduce client’s maladaptive behaviors and promote appropriate social behaviors Leads classroom instruction and provides guidance to the other staff members in the absence of the teacher Operates Damar vehicles and/or personal vehicles to transport residents or perform other work related duties Effectively responds to and manages crisis situations, which may include client physical aggression, utilizing prescribed verbal intervention or physical management techniques Ensures adequate supervisions of clients, never leaving clients unattended unless permitted for periods of time based on a client’s Individual Support Plan What you need to be considered: High School Diploma or GED Minimum of 1 year experience as a direct care staff working with MR/DD clients or in a school setting as an assistant or aide, or equivalent experience/education Minimum age of 21 per licensure requirements Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving) Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions Successfully complete a pre-employment physical Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening #J-18808-Ljbffr